Face masks, face covers, fabric masks, cloth masks what ever you are calling them, they are sure becoming a big part of our lives now with the Covid-19 pandemic. In Asia people have been wearing facial masks out in public for decades and it has become the norm in those countries to wear a mask in public. The CDC recommends wearing a two layer cloth face covering in all public settings where social distancing isn’t possible. Children under 2 years old, anyone who has trouble breathing, is unconscious, incapacitated or unable to remove the mask without assistance shouldn’t wear a mask. The more people wear masks the more accepted mask wear becomes. “If everybody has to wear a mask, there’s no stigma,” said Shan Soe-Lin, a lecturer at the Yale Jackson Institute for Global Affairs. With that said, let’s talk about how to style your facial mask to look well put together and the dos and don’t of handling one. You want to find a mask that you like that covers your nose, mouth, fits snugly, and that is comfortable against your face. You want one that will need no adjusting once on and you can wear for an hour while shopping or for an extended period of time. Since the mask is so close to your skin opt for one that complements your skin tone. Fair skin: Rich, vibrant colors will contrast with your skin. *Avoid pastels which will make you look washed out. Medium skin: Bright and jewelry tones will stand out against your skin color. *Avoid brown and grays which can make you skin look dull. Olive skin: Soft and rich colors will complement your skin undertones. *Avoid yellow which will have a tendency of making you look yellowish. Dark skin: Bright and pastels shade work best, *Avoid brown tones that will blend with your skin. STYLE TIP: Opt for a neutral color mask to be able to pair it with everything in your closet. Rock any hat with a mask! If you have a mask with ear loops any hats works. When wearing a mask with ties opt for a hat that molds to the head like a beanie or baseball cap, a fedora or sunhat won’t work with the ties unless you place your hat over your mask ties. Wear your hair any way you want for a mask with elastic over the ear. Pull your hair back for a mask with ties to prevent pulling your hair and getting it tangled on the ties. When outside pair your mask with a great pair of sunglasses. STYLE TIP: Make sure your mask is under your eyewear to prevent them from fogging up. With half of your face covered draw attention to your eyes. Experiment with eye make-up to accentuate your eyes. I love dangly and big earrings but it makes it difficult to put on your mask over your ears. I put on my mask first them my earrings so they don't get tangled. Stud earnings work best for over the ear masks. We have to cover our nose and mouth when out in public why not make it fun! Show your personality with a fun print or design to keep it playful. Mask Dos and Don'tDo’s
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Don't have a face cover no problem. Above are two pictures showing you quick ways to make one out of a scarf or bandana, something you might have at home already. Helpful Mask Wearing Tips!
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Thanksgiving is fun for some and stressful for others. Whether you’re going to a family get together, meeting your significant other’s family, or having fun at a Friendsgiving party, you're going to want to feel comfortable, stylish, and well-put together. If your clothes are too tight it might make you feel like a stuffed turkey. You want your clothes to be roomy and stretchy, not tight and constraining. You want to be able to have seconds because you've been starving yourself all week for this occasion, or another slice of that pie your auntie made. Let me give you some tips on what to wear so you're feeling more like yourself, and enjoy the festivities! Choose a top that skims the body instead of being too tight. You want to be comfortable enough to enjoy the moment. If you're planning on wearing a dress go for something flowy like an A-line, shift or empire dress. A sheath dress will work, but if you’re worried about showing a little food baby, pair it with a blazer or a cardigan to camouflage what you ate. Leave room to grow, wear a skirt or pant with an elastic waistband. It will give you room to taste every dish on the menu. Think relaxed and flowy. Pair them with tights if it's chilly, or go bare-legged if the temps are higher. Want to wear jeans? Go with a relaxed fit jean and make sure it's not too tight at the waist. You want to be comfortable sitting around in your food coma, enjoying great company and laughs. Other Style Tips:
- Wearing print will camouflage any spills that land on your clothes. - Select Fall and Holiday colors that are in season. - Pair simple pieces with fun accessories, like a statement necklace. - Spice up an outfit with a tall boot or fun color shoe. I hope you have grown inspired for any Thanksgiving parties you may attend this year, and that any of your what-to-wear concerns have been put at ease. I enjoy sharing my fashion knowledge and experiences with you, take what works for your body and personal style and ignore the rest. Fashion has no rules they are simply guidelines to help you improve your image. Follow me on instagram for daily outfit inspirations and style tips. Thanks for reading! |
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